The thick synthesizers and wide expanses of ‘80s pop have been prominent in the mainstream for years. Artists rely on them when they want to make a big statement—see Taylor Swift’s 1989, which established Swift’s top 40 dominance, Nick Jonas’s “Jealous,” which proved Jonas could stand on his own, and the forthcoming Weeknd album, supposedly a major crossover effort from the singer. Add Carly Rae Jepsen’s Emotion to the list: Jepsen is putting out a new full-length next month, and she wants to show that she’s got more than just “Call Me Maybe.” Yesterday the singer shared “Warm Blood,” a sensual track that mixes burbling bass, subtle disco guitar, and a light dusting of itchy garage rhythms.
Emotion is due out August 21 in America, a week before the Weeknd’s new album.
